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With CMMC finalized, DoD contractors can begin, with certainty to address implementing specific cybersecurity requirements and assessments. These are a precursor to receipt of future DoD contract awards. Please see this great article for more information or contact me to speak with our cybersecurity experts inside the DC Beltway!

Beyond Compliance: CMMC 2.0 and the New Era of Cybersecurity for the Defense Industry https://lnkd.in/eFM6Unjz With a growing trend of cyber threats and vulnerabilities in the defense sector and an estimated $600 billion in intellectual property theft annually, the Department of Defense’s release of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 on October 11th marked a seminal moment in government cybersecurity requirements. This updated framework represents a fundamental shift in how the U.S. government approaches the protection of controlled unclassified information (CUI) within its vast network of defense contractors. As someone who helps organizations navigate these requirements, I’m witnessing firsthand how this new framework will transform the defense industrial base’s approach to cybersecurity. Why Did […]

Beyond Compliance: CMMC 2.0 and the New Era of Cybersecurity for the Defense Industry https://lnkd.in/em2d7jNQ With a growing trend of cyber threats and vulnerabilities in the defense sector and an estimated $600 billion in intellectual property theft annually, the Department of Defense’s release of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 on October 11th marked a seminal moment in government cybersecurity requirements. This updated framework represents a fundamental shift in how the U.S. government approaches the protection of controlled unclassified information (CUI) within its vast network of defense contractors. As someone who helps organizations navigate these requirements, I’m witnessing firsthand how this new framework will transform the defense industrial base’s approach to cybersecurity. Why Did […]

The United States Department of Defense - DoD’s updated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0) is reshaping cybersecurity for contractors and subcontractors. Learn from our latest article how this framework enhances defenses against cyber threats. 🔗Read more: https://lnkd.in/gJczDBst ✍️By Anastasios Arampatzis #CMMC #Compliance #InformationSecurityBuzz

What is the updated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC 2.0) from the United States Department of Defense, and how is it transforming the cybersecurity landscape for contractors and subcontractors? Discover how to meet compliance with frameworks that strengthen defenses against cyber threats in our latest article.

Looking to secure DoD contracts? 🛡️ CMMC certification is now required for all contractors. That means meeting cybersecurity standards to protect sensitive federal data. Feeling overwhelmed? We break down the essential steps to streamline your preparation. ⚡ Get ahead in the defense industry and ensure your business is ready for certification. Read the key steps here: [https://ow.ly/QbxP50TsZb5] #CMMC #DoDContracts #FederalCompliance #CyberResilience #CyberDefense #CybersecurityCompliance #GovernmentContracting #DefenseIndustry #DataSecurity #Contractors

DoD's Industry Cybersecurity Strategy Calls for Better Protection, Collaboration - National Defense Magazine: DoD's Industry Cybersecurity Strategy Calls for Better Protection, Collaboration  National Defense Magazine #CyberSecurity #InfoSec #SecurityInsights

“The Defense Department on Friday released for public inspection the final cybersecurity maturity model certification program rule. The rule includes changes which make it simpler for private sector companies to comply with the cybersecurity requirements which must be in place before they can bid on defense contracts.” Comment “Teach” to let us know if you want a video of our CEO, Rob Blackwell breaking down this new United States Department of Defense rule!

As the article below highlights, The United States Defense Department recently released the 2024 Defense Industrial Base Cybersecurity Strategy. The strategy nests under the 2022 National Defense Strategy, the 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy, and the 2023 DoD Cyber Strategy and aligns with the 2024 DoD National Defense Industrial Strategy and the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework. This is very significant in light of the danger of cyberattacks against the Defense Industrial Base and recent attacks against United States utilities. The security ecosystem is bigger than the defense sector, and the need for combined/coordinated actions against threats is demanding all parties understand where the interagency process meets private business for the security of all. https://lnkd.in/gNr_C2Pu

The #CMMC rule has officially been published in the Federal Register! We have been working hard for a long time to get ready and I am thankful for the many people who have helped us prepare for the implementation. The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule is designed to verify that defense contractors are compliant with existing protections for federal contract information (FCI) and controlled unclassified information (CUI). It ensures that these contractors are protecting sensitive information at a level commensurate with the risk from cybersecurity threats. The rule aligns with the cybersecurity requirements described in Federal Acquisition Regulation part 52.204-21 and NIST Special Publications 800-171 Rev 2 and -172 #Cybersecurity https://lnkd.in/eEAZNVEJ